How to care for your feet

Your feet carry you around all day long. In fact, they need to absorb up to twice your bodyweight every day. So it's important to care for them. 75% of women develop a foot problem at some point in their life, and foot pain can radiate into back or joint pain. Give your feet the treatment they deserve and you'll feel the difference. And with summer just around the corner, chances are you'll want to show off your newest sandals. But how do your feet look? Make sure your feet are well-cared for, or exposure to the summer sun might further damage them. Follow these simple daily tips for beautiful, stunning feet.

THREE STEPS FOR BEAUTIFUL FEET

1. SCRUBUse a foot scrub at least twice a week. Apply to dry feet before having a bath or a shower. Scrub it in gently with your hands for a few minutes, then rinse off. You can either use a body scrub or a specifically designed foot scrub.

2. MOISTURUZEMoisturize daily. Podiatrists say the biggest problem with most feet is that they aren't hydrated enough. Use an intensive moisturizer after bathing and massage it in thoroughly. Use your thumbs to massage your arch in a circular motion. Then gently massage the top of your feet. Spend five to ten minutes on each foot.

WHY L'OCCITANE SHEA BUTTER FOOT CREAM IS YOUR BEST ALLY

Here is how to apply the cream:1 - Massage it in with your fingers, beginning at your toes and working your way up to the top of your feet2 - Massage the soles of your feet in circular motions with both of your thumbs3 - Use your fingertips to massage in circular motions around your ankles and achilles tendon4 - Finish the massage by gently stroking your feet

In case of extremely dry or damaged feet: apply the cream thickly at bedtime and slip on cotton socks for the whole night. In the morning, the foot is softer and intensely moisturized.

HOW TO HAVE SHINY, HEALTHY, STRONG NAILS

DON'T buff weak nails.DO increase blood flow in your nails by rubbing them together, after you've oiled them.DON'T use harsh, chemical nail-polish removers.DO massage organic oil into your nails every night, like almond or neem oil.DON'T forget your dose of protein: just like hair and skin, your nails are nourished by protein. So eat lots of meat, fish or legumes and tofu. If you're a vegetarian, make sure you're getting enough iron, and consider taking a daily iron supplement.DO eats lots of foods rich in healthy oils such as salmon and mackerel, or nuts and seeds, ground flaxseed are particularly good for your nails.

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